# Canvas LMS, Moodle vs D2L Brightspace Comparison

| | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.5 out of 5 | 4.1 out of 5 | 4.4 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 1,837 | 448 | 688 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Mid-Market (44.8% of reviews) | Mid-Market (48.5% of reviews) | Mid-Market (45.1% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | Starting at $200.00 50 Users Per Year | Contact Us | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Canvas LMS

Pros:
- Ease of Use (120 reviews)
- User-Friendly (68 reviews)

Cons:
- Limited Features (52 reviews)
- Lack of Intuitiveness (31 reviews)

### Moodle

Pros:
- Ease of Use (24 reviews)
- Features (15 reviews)

Cons:
- Limited Features (11 reviews)
- Not User-Friendly (11 reviews)

### D2L Brightspace

Pros:
- Ease of Use (20 reviews)
- User-Friendly (17 reviews)

Cons:
- Limited Customization (9 reviews)
- Limited Features (9 reviews)

---
## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.7 (997 reviews) | 8.5 (379 reviews) | 8.6 (532 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.5 (1280 reviews) | 7.7 (384 reviews) | 8.4 (540 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.0 (589 reviews) | 7.5 (164 reviews) | 8.1 (313 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.3 (333 reviews) | 7.8 (161 reviews) | 8.2 (316 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.5 (854 reviews) | 7.6 (302 reviews) | 8.5 (485 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.6 (285 reviews) | 8.6 (129 reviews) | 8.9 (292 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 8.8 (960 reviews) | 7.0 (372 reviews) | 8.5 (504 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Canvas LMS

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Moodle

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Starter

Price: Starting at $200.00 50 Users Per Year

Description: Save time and resources with a MoodleCloud hosted solution. Whether you choose a fast and affordable standard plan or a premium cloud service, our hosting solutions are scalable, reliable, resilient and provide enhanced security and data protection. Plus, you get access to all Moodle’s key features that you need to drive great learning experiences.

Key Features:
- Moodle provides a range of scalable, reliable, and robust hosting solutions for Moodle LMS and Moodle Workplace ranging from standard, low cost plans to fully hosted, premium SaaS cloud-based services.

[Learn more about Moodle](https://www.g2.com/products/moodle/reviews)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### D2L Brightspace

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Brightspace Core

Price: Contact Us

Description: Brightspace Core is the foundation of your learning platform and your gateway to
continuous innovation. Brightspace Core combines the powerful tools, services, and
support you need to deliver a best-in-class teaching and learning experience- all in one convenient package.

Key Features:
- Activity Feed
- Accessibility Templates and Tools
- Accommodations and Special Access

[Learn more about D2L Brightspace](https://www.g2.com/products/d2l-brightspace/reviews)

#### Free Trial

Yes

---
## Features Comparison By Category

### Assessment

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Canvas LMS** | 8.5/10 | 78 |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | 10.0/10 | 8 |

#### Assessment delivery

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Question variety** | 8.7 (63 reviews) | Not enough data | 10.0 (6 reviews) | 
| **Real-time assessment** | 8.8 (59 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Pre-made content** | 8.3 (44 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Grading and reporting

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Automated grading** | 8.7 (63 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.3 (5 reviews) | 
| **Gamification** | 8.0 (40 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Analytics dashboard** | 8.9 (64 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting** | 8.7 (61 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Administration

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **White-labeling** | 8.1 (42 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile compatibility** | 8.6 (59 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Training Management Systems

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | 8.6/10 | 54 |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Training & eLearning

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Content Delivery and Tracking** | Not enough data | 8.4 (50 reviews) | 8.8 (114 reviews) | 
| **Customer Training** | Not enough data | 7.8 (40 reviews) | 8.7 (93 reviews) | 
| **Manager Portals** | Not enough data | 7.9 (41 reviews) | 8.2 (82 reviews) | 
| **Content Storage and Management** | 8.3 (5 reviews) | 8.2 (45 reviews) | 8.6 (105 reviews) | 

### Course Authoring

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | 8.5/10 | 133 |

#### Training & eLearning

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Content Creation** | 8.7 (5 reviews) | 7.9 (33 reviews) | 8.9 (117 reviews) | 
| **Content Libraries** | Not enough data | 7.6 (32 reviews) | 8.3 (96 reviews) | 

#### Agentic AI - Course Authoring

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Digital Learning Platforms

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Canvas LMS** | 8.6/10 | 132 |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Learning Content

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Pre-made Content** | 8.2 (75 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Aligned to Standards** | 8.5 (91 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multimedia Content** | 8.8 (102 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Gamification** | 7.9 (74 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Personalization

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Personalized Learning Paths** | 8.6 (87 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | 8.3 (86 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Assessments** | 8.8 (101 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Reporting and Analytics

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Analytics** | 8.9 (100 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Integrations** | 9.0 (94 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Digital Learning Platforms

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Cross-system Integration** | 9.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Process Automation

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Course Authoring** | Not enough data | 7.6 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Online Learning** | Not enough data | 8.3 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Certificate Generation** | Not enough data | 5.6 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Tracking & Reporting** | Not enough data | 7.2 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Collaborative Environment** | Not enough data | 7.9 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Automatic Boards Reporting** | Not enough data | 5.3 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Online Learning Platform

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | 9.0/10 | 9 |

#### Reporting Analysis

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Progress Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (5 reviews) | 
| **Course Completion** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Course Management

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Course Authoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Course Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Integration

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Education ERP System** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Learning Management System** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (5 reviews) | 

#### Customer Assistance

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Help and Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Customization

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **White Labeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Online Learning Platform

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Talent Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Recruiting

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Ethics and Compliance Learning

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | 8.7/10 | 13 |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Learning Content - Ethics and Compliance Learning

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Standard Courses** | Not enough data | 6.5 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Authoring** | Not enough data | 8.3 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Internal Policies** | Not enough data | 7.5 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Programs** | Not enough data | 8.7 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **External Courses** | Not enough data | 6.3 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Ethics - Ethics and Compliance Learning

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Offensive Behavior** | Not enough data | 5.8 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Business Ethics** | Not enough data | 5.8 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Code of Conduct** | Not enough data | 5.8 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Compliance - Ethics and Compliance Learning

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Corporate Compliance** | Not enough data | 6.5 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Department Specific Content** | Not enough data | 6.0 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Safety** | Not enough data | 6.3 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Industry Specific Content** | Not enough data | 7.5 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Certifications - Ethics and Compliance Learning

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Renewals** | Not enough data | 6.7 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Job Related** | Not enough data | 6.7 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Regulatory** | Not enough data | 6.7 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Reporting - Ethics and Compliance Learning

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Feedback** | Not enough data | 7.1 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Performance** | Not enough data | 7.4 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Non Compliance** | Not enough data | 8.8 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Corporate Learning Management Systems

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | 8.4/10 | 59 |
| **D2L Brightspace** | 8.3/10 | 160 |

#### Course Authoring

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Course Builder** | 9.2 (6 reviews) | 8.6 (37 reviews) | 8.7 (117 reviews) | 
| **Role-Based Templates** | Not enough data | 7.7 (33 reviews) | 8.4 (100 reviews) | 
| **Assessments & Quizzes** | 9.7 (5 reviews) | 9.0 (41 reviews) | 8.8 (126 reviews) | 
| **Instructor-Led Training** | Not enough data | 8.7 (36 reviews) | 8.9 (112 reviews) | 

#### Course Delivery

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Learning Paths** | Not enough data | 8.2 (34 reviews) | 8.5 (103 reviews) | 
| **Communication & Notifications** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 8.6 (37 reviews) | 8.8 (123 reviews) | 
| **Assignment Scheduling** | 9.7 (5 reviews) | 9.0 (36 reviews) | 8.9 (112 reviews) | 

#### Course Management

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Gamification** | Not enough data | 7.1 (32 reviews) | 8.4 (105 reviews) | 
| **Varied User Types** | Not enough data | 8.1 (34 reviews) | 8.9 (110 reviews) | 
| **Certifications** | Not enough data | 8.6 (33 reviews) | 8.7 (101 reviews) | 
| **Industry Compliance ** | Not enough data | 8.7 (31 reviews) | 8.8 (93 reviews) | 

#### LMS Marketplace

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **E-Commerce** | Not enough data | 6.2 (28 reviews) | 7.2 (66 reviews) | 
| **Course Marketplace** | Not enough data | 7.9 (29 reviews) | 7.4 (68 reviews) | 
| **Subscriptions** | Not enough data | 6.8 (30 reviews) | 7.5 (68 reviews) | 

#### Interface

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **White Labeling** | Not enough data | 7.9 (31 reviews) | 8.6 (90 reviews) | 
| **Multilingual** | Not enough data | 8.3 (32 reviews) | 8.5 (89 reviews) | 

#### Training & eLearning

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Assessments and Practice** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 8.9 (35 reviews) | 9.0 (110 reviews) | 
| **Content Delivery and Tracking** | Not enough data | 8.4 (50 reviews) | 8.8 (114 reviews) | 
| **Content Creation** | 8.7 (5 reviews) | 7.9 (33 reviews) | 8.9 (117 reviews) | 
| **Customer Training** | Not enough data | 7.8 (40 reviews) | 8.7 (93 reviews) | 
| **Manager Portals** | Not enough data | 7.9 (41 reviews) | 8.2 (82 reviews) | 
| **Content Storage and Management** | 8.3 (5 reviews) | 8.2 (45 reviews) | 8.6 (105 reviews) | 
| **Content Libraries** | Not enough data | 7.6 (32 reviews) | 8.3 (96 reviews) | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | Not enough data | 5.9 (15 reviews) | 7.0 (40 reviews) | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | 5.9 (16 reviews) | 6.8 (39 reviews) | 
| **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | 5.8 (16 reviews) | Feature Not Available | 

#### Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems 

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | 8.3 (5 reviews) | 7.3 (10 reviews) | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.2 (9 reviews) | 

### Talent Assessment

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | 8.3/10 | 21 |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Platform Content - Talent Assessment

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Candidate Screening** | Not enough data | 6.3 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Content Library** | Not enough data | 7.3 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Assessment** | Not enough data | 8.3 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Portal** | Not enough data | 8.2 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Emotional Intelligence** | Not enough data | 5.6 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Logical Reasoning** | Not enough data | 6.3 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Big Five** | Not enough data | 5.6 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Psychometric** | Not enough data | 5.7 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Performance - Talent Assessment

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Uptime** | Not enough data | 7.6 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Analytics** | Not enough data | 6.3 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Monitoring** | Not enough data | 7.3 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Additional Functionality - Talent Assessment

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Mobility** | Not enough data | 8.1 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Messaging** | Not enough data | 8.0 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Payment** | Not enough data | 5.2 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Integrations** | Not enough data | 6.8 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Video Interview** | Not enough data | 7.3 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Simulation** | Not enough data | 6.5 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Basics - Talent Assessment

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Analytics** | Not enough data | 6.4 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Interoperability** | Not enough data | 6.7 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Automation** | Not enough data | 6.4 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### AI Capabilities - Talent Assessment

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Personalization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Predictive Insights** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Scoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Assessment Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Bias Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Training eLearning

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Platform

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Customization ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Integration APIs** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Internationalization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **User, Role, and Access Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Performance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Dashboards** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Pre-Employment Screening

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Platform

| Feature | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Customization ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Integration APIs** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Internationalization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **User, Role, and Access Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Performance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Dashboards** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

---
## Categories
**Shared Categories (2):** [Learning Management Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/learning-management-system-lms), [Corporate Learning Management Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/corporate-learning-management-systems)

**Unique to Canvas LMS (2):** [Assessment Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/assessment), [Digital Learning Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/digital-learning-platforms)

**Unique to Moodle (4):** [Ethics And Compliance LMS](https://www.g2.com/categories/ethics-and-compliance-learning), [Training Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/training-management-systems), [Talent Assessment Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/talent-assessment-software), [Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)](https://www.g2.com/categories/healthcare-learning-management-systems-lms)

**Unique to D2L Brightspace (3):** [Course Authoring Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/course-authoring), [Online Learning Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/online-learning-platform), [Assessment Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/assessment)


---
## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Canvas LMS | Moodle | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 12.6% | 26.9% | 14.8% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 44.8% | 48.5% | 45.1% | 
| **Enterprise** | 42.6% | 24.6% | 40.2% | 

### By Industry

#### Canvas LMS

- **Higher Education:** 45.5%
- **Education Management:** 25.9%
- **E-Learning:** 11.7%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 7.7%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 1.0%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 0.7%
- **Computer Software:** 0.7%
- **Research:** 0.5%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 0.3%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 0.3%
- **Other:** 5.8%

#### Moodle

- **Higher Education:** 36.0%
- **Education Management:** 22.1%
- **E-Learning:** 9.4%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 6.8%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 3.5%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 2.4%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 1.9%
- **Internet:** 1.6%
- **Computer Software:** 1.4%
- **Professional Training & Coaching:** 1.2%
- **Other:** 13.6%

#### D2L Brightspace

- **Higher Education:** 61.3%
- **Education Management:** 15.5%
- **E-Learning:** 6.7%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 4.1%
- **Professional Training & Coaching:** 1.1%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 1.0%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 1.0%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 1.0%
- **Government Administration:** 0.6%
- **Computer Software:** 0.5%
- **Other:** 7.3%

---
## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Canvas LMS

- [Blackboard](https://www.g2.com/products/blackboard/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (1066 reviews)
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- [Blackboard](https://www.g2.com/products/blackboard/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (1066 reviews)
- [CYPHER Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/cypher-learning-cypher-learning/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (319 reviews)
- [Litmos](https://www.g2.com/products/litmos/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (698 reviews)
- [iSpring LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/ispring-lms/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (154 reviews)
- [SAP SuccessFactors HCM](https://www.g2.com/products/sap-sap-successfactors-hcm/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (1649 reviews)
- [Tovuti LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/tovuti-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (295 reviews)
- [Google Classroom](https://www.g2.com/products/google-classroom/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1554 reviews)

### Alternatives to D2L Brightspace

- [Blackboard](https://www.g2.com/products/blackboard/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (1066 reviews)
- [TalentLMS](https://www.g2.com/products/talentlms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (797 reviews)
- [Absorb LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/absorb-software-absorb-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (903 reviews)
- [Docebo](https://www.g2.com/products/docebo/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (740 reviews)
- [PowerSchool Schoology Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/powerschool-schoology-learning/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (395 reviews)
- [Google Classroom](https://www.g2.com/products/google-classroom/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1554 reviews)
- [LearnWorlds](https://www.g2.com/products/learnworlds/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (378 reviews)
- [Tovuti LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/tovuti-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (295 reviews)
- [CYPHER Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/cypher-learning-cypher-learning/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (319 reviews)
- [Cornerstone Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/cornerstone-learning/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (531 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### Canvas LMS

- Title: [How do I go into student view?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/32980-how-do-i-go-into-student-view) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "On the right hand side under "Course Status" there is an icon that looks like glasses that says "Student View""
- Title: [How many days of training did you get/give your staff before using Canvas?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/32651-how-many-days-of-training-did-you-get-give-your-staff-before-using-canvas) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "We offered a two hour training face to face for all of our instructors. Many of our instructors are not local, so we also created a training course and..."
- Title: [How can I hide all grades?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-can-i-hide-all-grades) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "There is! You “mute assignment” which can be done by clicking the down arrow on the assignments from the grades screen. When you have inputted all the grades..."
- Title: [Future canvas updates](https://www.g2.com/discussions/14744-future-canvas-updates) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Start here: https://community.canvaslms.com/docs/DOC-16601-upcoming-canvas-changes

The product roadmap info is more closely held. If you reach out to..."
- Title: [I'm a new instructor on Canvas LMS and can't seem to figure out how to set up quizzes. Can anyone walk me through the process?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/i-m-a-new-instructor-on-canvas-lms-and-can-t-seem-to-figure-out-how-to-set-up-quizzes-can-anyone-walk-me-through-the-process) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "In Canvas you typically add the Quiz to a Module to organize for your students.  Go to Modules in your left course navigation.  If you do not already have a..."

### Moodle

- Title: [Is Moodle really free?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-moodle-really-free) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "yes moodle completely free but you have to take care of the hosting and server managment "
- Title: [What is Moodle software used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-moodle-software-used-for) — 2 comments *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Hello
 Moodle is an open-source learning management system that helps you improve your teaching and learner outcomes. Its used by over 300 million people in..."
- Title: [What is Moodle and its features?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-moodle-and-its-features) — 1 comment *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Comment deleted by user."
- Title: [What is the best way to encourage teachers to implement Moodle ?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-best-way-to-encourage-teachers-to-implement-moodle) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Hello Nilesh.
Thank you for your question.

The best way is to explain to them that in one single site they can combine all the other apps they are..."
- Title: [What have been the most beneficial plugins for you as moodlers?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/50476-what-have-been-the-most-beneficial-plugins-for-you-as-moodlers) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Hello Dwight,

Thank you for your question.

In this link you can find the most popular plugins: https://moodle.org/plugins/stats.php 

You can also..."

### D2L Brightspace

- Title: [Is Brightspace and d2l the same?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-brightspace-and-d2l-the-same) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Brightspace is the name of the Learning Management Ssytem made by the company D2L."
- Title: [What is Brightspace platform?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-brightspace-platform) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "A learning management system — you can distribute courses or training to students or employees using videos, live classrooms, documents, etc.  Students can..."
- Title: [Who uses Brightspace?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/who-uses-brightspace) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Users at Maine Virtual Academy include students, parents, teachers, and administrative staff."
- Title: [What is D2L Brightspace used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-d2l-brightspace-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "D2L brightspace is a platform for online schooling. The way its organized makes things a lot easier to navigate and helps get to your assignments easier and..."
- Title: [How do i schedule any document to be publish?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-i-schedule-any-document-to-be-publish) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "HI, Noe; you may use release conditions tool:..."

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